Skyboxx Restaurant & Sports Bar

Observed food contact surface of the interior of ice bin at the wait station storing ice with severe black debris. Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer or at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Increase cleaning frequency of the food contact surface of the ice bin life at the wait station.

Observed no hot water at prep sink in main kitchen. Hot water shall be sufficient to meet peak hot water.

Observed the most recent inspection report not posted in public view, upon arrival. The most recent inspection report shall be posted in public view at all times. Relocate the most recent inspection report in public view.

Observed lid of the bulk ice machine in the main kitchen in disrepair when opening lid comes off hinges. Equipment including doors and hinges shall be maintained specified under subsections (1) and (2) of this Rules. Repair lid to the bulk ice machine in the main kitchen.

Observed exterior of non-food contact portion of bins with stains and shelving (non-food contact) with staining. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of accumulation.

Observed absorbent ceiling tiles at wait station. Indoor materials shall be non-absorbent, easily cleanable.

Observed multiple ceiling tiles with stains throughout main kitchen. Physical facility shall be maintained in good repair.

Observed no soap at multiple handsinks in main kitchen. Advised PIC each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. COS: Had PIC place hand soap at all handsinks.

Observed no paper towels at multiple handsinks in main kitchen. Advised PIC each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with Individual, disposable towels. COS: Had PIC place paper towels at all handsinks.

Observed bulk ice machine open when not in use in main kitchen. Observed ice bin lid open when not in use at bar area #1. Observed in bottom portion of prep-top-cooler raw salmon and raw shrimp stored uncovered. Observed one container of raw chicken stored uncovered in walk-in-cooler. Advised PIC except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. COS: Had PIC cover all uncovered food items.

Observed food contact surface of interior microwave with accumulated debris and residue. Advised PIC at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Observed multiple drain flies throughout kitchen area. Advised PIC The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests.

Observed no hot water at one of two handsinks at men's restroom, in need of repair. Advised PIC hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment.

Observed cover prep-top cooler in disrepair in need of repair. Advised PIC equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2) of this Rule.

Observed exterior non-food contact portions of bins with excessive debris and staining in need of cleaning. Observed exterior non-food contact portion of prep-top cooler #1, fryers, stove top with accumulation and debris in need of cleaning. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed multiple ceiling tiles with residue and debris throughout main kitchen. Advised PIC all physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Observed stains on metal food contact portion of interior of ice machine. Advised PIC at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Observed no hot water available at meat/veggie sink. Also, observed no hot water at handsink at 2nd bar area of facility. Advised PIC Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the food service establishment.

Observed inspection report dated: 08/14/2023 posted in public display. Advised PIC the most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.

Observed shelving with cardboard for sauce bottles and shelving lined with aluminum storing oil at grill prep area. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.

Observed multiple area throughout facility with shelving in need of cleaning (food prep area, WIC, storage racks). Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed grease accumulation on exterior portions of stove top and fryer. Advised PIC nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Upon arrival, observed CFSM certificate not posted in public view. Advised PIC The original CFSM certificate shall be posted in public view in each food service establishment. An additional copy shall be retained on file at the food service establishment at all times, and shall be made available for inspection by the Health Authority.

Observed employee eat cooked chicken wing at food prep area. Advised PIC employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. COS: Had employee cease eating in food prep area.

Observed interior food contact surfaces of microwave with multiple staining and ice bin lid in need of cleaning. Advised PIC at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Observed two containers of seasoning not labeled at food prep area. Advised PIC the common name of the food, or if there is no common name

Observed container of chicken wings improperly cooling on counter. Advised PIC Cooling shall be accomplished in accordance with the time and temperature criteria specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(d) by using one or more of the following methods depending on the type of food being cooled: loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: Had PIC uncovered food item for proper cooling.

Observed damaged ceiling tile, stains on walls in main kitchen. Advised PIC the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Upon arrival, observed CFSM certificate not posted in public view. Advised PIC that a current CFSM certificate shall be posted at facility in public view at all times.

Observed no evidence of employee health reporting at time of inspection. Advised PIC Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report.

Observed vomit/fecal cleanup response procedures not available during time of inspection. Advised PIC that all procedures and all materials shall be located at facility and produced upon request in order to effectively respond to vomit/fecal response.

Observed multiple TCS food items (boiled eggs, shrimp, onion, raw burger patty, lamb chops and sausage) stored uncovered in the RIC. Advised PIC that all food items shall be stored covered in the reach in cooler in order to protect from contamination. COS: PIC placed covers on all containers.

Observed multiple metal lids, ladles, spoons, forks, and spatulas stored as clean with food debris and residue. Advised PIC that all food contact surfaces shall be cleaned to sight and touch. COS: PIC had employee move all utensils and dishes near dishwashing area for proper wash, rinse, and sanitize.

Observed interior portion of ice bin lid and interior portion of microwave stored as clean with residue. Advised PIC equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at any time during the operation when contamination may have occurred. Advised PIC to increase cleaning frequency of microwave and ice bin lid.

Observed accumulated residues on exterior of grill, interior portion of RIC cooler and multiple RIC doors, handle of spatula, and exterior portion of microwave at food-prep area. Advised PIC Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.

Observed, upon arrival, grease accumulation on ceiling tiles throughout the facility. Also observed food splatter on walls throughout facility. Advised PIC physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Observed RTE macaroni (2 containers) and RTE Rice (1 container) prepared last night at 10 pm not reach 41F or below within 6 hours. Advised PIC when cooling cooked time/temperature control for safety food shall be cooled: Within 2 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 70°F (21°C); and within a total of 6 hours from 135°F (57°C) to 41°F (5°C) or less. COS: Had PIC discard items which improperly cooled.

Observed no evidence of employee health reporting at time of inspection. Advised PIC Food employees and conditional employees are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report. COS: Emailed PIC copy of employee health reporting form.

Observed food employee drinking from cup without straw and lid at food equipment, utensil area. Advised PIC Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas, however drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination. COS: Had food employee cease drinking and relocate beverage to designated area.

Observed no handsink at bar area installed at time of inspection, PIC stated Bar was open for operation. Advised PIC at least one handwashing sink, a number of handwashing sinks necessary for their convenient use by employees. CA: Discussed with PIC to handsink installed at bar area.

Observed multiple plates stored as clean with stains, debris, and residues; Observed ice machine shoot with black mold-like substance and build-up. Advised PIC food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: Had PIC places plates at 3-compartment for wash-rinse-sanitize; Also, Had PIC sanitize and disinfect ice machine shoot.

Observed chemical stationary rack at main kitchen with quat concentration of 100 ppm. Advised PIC chemical concentration of mechanical warewash shall be within adequate range 200 ppm to 400 ppm. COS: Had PIC cease use of stationary rack and manually wash at 3-compartment until repair, ecolab has been called to service machine.